Intellectual Property
Comprehensive, Far-Reaching Protection

Significant steps have been taken by the Malaysian government to improve intellectual property protection and enforcement in the country. Programmes are being implemented to curb local counterfeiting activities. The government’s comprehensive framework of IP laws is now generally inline with international standards.

Still, Malaysia’s borders remain vulnerable to counterfeit products. Penalties for infringements are light by some standards, and the courts face a backlog of cases.

Wong & Partners can address any and every aspect of your intellectual property concerns in Malaysia: from the retail sale to the manufacturing, import and distribution of fake goods. We can help you register and manage your IP portfolio, arrange technology transfers and resolve any IP-related disputes. We also protect your IP assets in other markets through our regional and international network. We work closely with Baker & McKenzie lawyers throughout Southeast Asia, giving you on-the-ground assistance in fighting piracy.

How We Can Help

• Intellectual property management - We register and obtain copyrights, including trademarks, patents, designs, and formulas with the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia. We manage IP portfolio, conduct IP audits and advise on trade secret and data protection.
• Enforcement - We organize and implement infringement warnings and public education campaigns and work with government agencies in conducting investigations and raids. We also develop international enforcement programs.
• Dispute resolution - We secure civil and criminal remedies for infringement, passing off and false trade descriptions. We advise and assist in all phases of resolving disputes on licensing, trademarks and domain names as well as help negotiate settlements.
• Advertising - We advise on the media and advertising law of Malaysia including packaging, labeling, and food and drug regulatory requirements. We also assist in advertising disputes before the Advertising Standards Authority Malaysia and the Complaint Bureau of the Communication and Multimedia Content Forum of Malaysia.
• Technology - We protect IP rights relating to IT and communications, including design, Internet content and domain names, as well as enforce IP rights over the Internet.
• Advanced technology tools - We enable you to manage and update your IP portfolio efficiently through Global IP Manager and provide updates on IP rights and customs laws around the world through other technology tools.